356

This article is about the year 356. For other uses, see 356 (number).

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Events

By Place

Roman Empire

February 8 - Roman authorities make an attempt to arrest Athanasius on the accusation of supporting the usurper Magnentius. Athenasius eludes them, fleeing to the desert to hide amongst the monks of Mount Nitria.
Julian is defeated by the Alemanni at the Battle of Reims.
Invasion of Rhaetia by the Alemanni.
The veneration of non-Christian images is banned in the Empire.
Constantius II publishes a decree ordering the closure of all pagan temples throughout the Empire.

Asia

Naemul becomes king of the Silla dynasty.

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Religion

Beginning of construction on the first basilica of Saint Peter in Rome.

Births

Deaths

Anthony the Great, desert monk
Amasius, Bishop of Teano (also known as St. Paris)

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